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Split Electoral Vote

Sarpy County Democrats TV - In this first 2015 Sarpy Outlook segment, Peg O'Dea Lippert interviews Senator DiAnna Schimek, the mother of the split electoral vote in Nebraska. Senator Schimek discusses the origin of and the constitutionality of the bill, her introduction and the bipartisan support at the time. Multiple attempts have been made since to overturn it, including LB10 which is on the floor of the Unicameral at this time. The interview ends with a call to action as Senator Schimek asks viewers to contact their respectful senators to ensure we keep this fair representative vote of the people. Producer/Director Charlene Ligon, Content Director Peg O’Dea Lippert, Videography Charlene Ligon

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